§ 4001. SHORT TITLE.
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The Congress finds that—
(1)the commercial fishing industry of the United States significantly contributes to the national economy, and could make a greater contribution if fish resources within the United States Exclusive Economic Zone were more fully utilized;
(2)the commercial fisheries of the United States provide significant employment in coastal areas and in processing and distribution centers;
(3)fish contribute an important nutritional component to the American diet;
(4)increased consumption of seafood in the United States could significantly lower the risk of many cardiovascular diseases;
(5)Federally supported development programs for commercial fisheries are unable to meet present and future marketing needs;
(6)many fish species are underutilized by the United States fishing industry because of underdeveloped markets; and
(7)the United States fishing industry has the potential to expand greatly its contribution to interstate and foreign commerce, favorably affecting the balance of trade.
(Pub. L. 99–659, title II, § 202, Nov. 14, 1986, 100 Stat. 3715.)
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- Pub. L. 99–659, title II, § 202
- 100 Stat. 3715
- Pub. L. 99–659, title II, § 201
- Pub. L. 99–659, title II, § 219
- 100 Stat. 3731
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Pub. L.Pub. L. 99–659, title II, § 202
Stat.100 Stat. 3715
Pub. L.Pub. L. 99–659, title II, § 201
Pub. L.Pub. L. 99–659, title II, § 219
Stat.100 Stat. 3731
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